Jesse Tyler Ferguson to star as Truman Capote this autumn

Multi-award-winning Jesse Tyler Ferguson will make his Menier debut playing Truman Capote in Jay Presson Allen’s play Tru. The stage and screen star was most recently seen doing a guest appearance as King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar at the London Palladium.

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced today that award-winning stage and screen star Jesse Tyler Ferguson will make his Menier debut later this year as novelist and screenwriter Truman Capote.

Drawn entirely from Capote’s own words, Tru by Jay Presson Allen is an unflinching portrait of an artist at his breaking point, confronting the consequences of his most scandalous work. Rob Ashford (A Streetcar Named Desire, The Winter’s Tale).

Jesse Tyler Ferguson said today, ‘I’m thrilled to bring this intimate production of Tru to the Menier following its successful New York run. The audience response to this unique theatrical experience, and the chance to encounter Truman Capote up close, was incredibly rewarding. I’m delighted that Rob Ashford and I now have the opportunity to share what we’ve created with London audiences.’

Currently at the Menier Chocolate Factory

The news comes as the Menier Chocolate Factory is experiencing a bumper run of acclaimed shows.

Tru joins a season that has included the critically acclaimed production of Equus, and the upcoming Midnight at the Never Get starring Ben Platt. The venue is also behind the current production of The Producers, which transferred to the West End following a highly praised run in 2024.

Tru will run at the Menier Chocolate Factory from 19 September – 14 November 2026

Tru at Menier Chocolate Factory

Menier Chocolate Factory, London

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